Gigabyte X299 AORUS Gaming 7 User manual

Category
Server/workstation motherboards
Type
User manual
X299 AORUS Gaming 7
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-X29ARG7-1001R
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Motherboard
X299 AORUS Gaming 7
May 26, 2017
May 26, 2017
Motherboard
X299 AORUS Gaming 7
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Documentation Classications
In order to assist in the use of this product, GIGABYTE provides the following types of
documentations:
For quick set-up of the product, read the Quick Installation Guide included with the product.
For detailed product information, carefully read the User's Manual.
For product-related information, check on our website at: http://www.gigabyte.com
Identifying Your Motherboard Revision
The revision number on your motherboard looks like this: "REV: X.X." For example, "REV:
1.0" means the revision of the motherboard is 1.0. Check your motherboard revision before
updating motherboard BIOS, drivers, or when looking for technical information.
Example:
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Table of Contents
Box Contents ...................................................................................................................6
Optional Items .................................................................................................................6
X299 AORUS Gaming 7 motherboard .............................................................................7
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation .....................................................................................9
1-1 Installation Precautions .................................................................................... 9
1-2 ProductSpecications .................................................................................... 10
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler ............................................................... 14
1-3-1 Installing the CPU ...................................................................................................14
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler .......................................................................................16
1-4 Installing the Memory ..................................................................................... 17
1-4-1 4Channel/DualChannelMemoryConguration ....................................................17
1-4-2 Installing a Memory ................................................................................................19
1-5 Installing an Expansion Card ......................................................................... 20
1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire/NVIDIA® SLIConguration .............................. 21
1-7 Back Panel Connectors .................................................................................. 23
1-8 Onboard LEDs and Buttons ........................................................................... 25
1-9 Installing the MMCX Antenna Connectors (2T2R) ......................................... 27
1-10 Internal Connectors ........................................................................................ 28
Chapter 2 BIOS Setup ..................................................................................................43
2-1 Startup Screen ............................................................................................... 44
2-2 The Main Menu .............................................................................................. 45
2-3 M.I.T. .............................................................................................................. 47
2-4 System ........................................................................................................... 60
2-5 BIOS ............................................................................................................... 61
2-6 Peripherals ..................................................................................................... 64
2-7 Chipset ........................................................................................................... 68
2-8 Power ............................................................................................................. 69
2-9 Save & Exit ..................................................................................................... 71
Chapter3 ConguringaRAIDSet ................................................................................ 73
3-1 ConguringSATAControllers ......................................................................... 73
3-2 Installing the RAID/AHCI Driver and Operating System ................................ 87
3-3 Installing an Intel® Optane Memory .............................................................. 90
Chapter 4 Drivers Installation ........................................................................................93
4-1 Drivers & Software ......................................................................................... 93
4-2 Application Software ...................................................................................... 94
4-3 Information ..................................................................................................... 94
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Chapter 5 Unique Features ...........................................................................................95
5-1 BIOS Update Utilities ..................................................................................... 95
5-1-1 Updating the BIOS with the Q-Flash Utility .............................................................95
5-1-2 Updating the BIOS with the @BIOS Utility .............................................................98
5-1-3 Using Q-Flash Plus ................................................................................................99
5-2 APP Center .................................................................................................. 100
5-2-1 3D OSD ................................................................................................................101
5-2-2 AutoGreen ............................................................................................................102
5-2-3 BIOS Setup ...........................................................................................................103
5-2-4 Color Temperature ................................................................................................104
5-2-5 Cloud Station ........................................................................................................105
5-2-6 EasyTune..............................................................................................................110
5-2-7 Easy RAID ............................................................................................................ 111
5-2-8 Fast Boot ..............................................................................................................113
5-2-9 Game Boost ..........................................................................................................114
5-2-10 GIGABYTE HW OC APP ...................................................................................... 115
5-2-11 Platform Power Management ...............................................................................116
5-2-12 RGB Fusion ..........................................................................................................117
5-2-13 Smart TimeLock....................................................................................................119
5-2-14 Smart Keyboard ....................................................................................................120
5-2-15 Smart Backup .......................................................................................................121
5-2-16 Smart HUD ...........................................................................................................123
5-2-17 System Information Viewer ...................................................................................124
5-2-18 USB Blocker .........................................................................................................125
5-2-19 USB DAC-UP 2 ....................................................................................................126
5-2-20 V-Tuner .................................................................................................................127
Chapter 6 Appendix ....................................................................................................129
6-1 Killer Control Center ..................................................................................... 129
6-2 ConguringAudioInputandOutput ............................................................. 130
6-2-1 Conguring2/4/5.1/7.1-ChannelAudio .................................................................130
6-2-2 ConguringS/PDIFOut ........................................................................................132
6-2-3 ConguringMicrophoneRecording ......................................................................133
6-2-4 Using the Voice Recorder .....................................................................................135
6-2-5 Sound BlasterX 720° ............................................................................................136
6-3 Troubleshooting............................................................................................ 138
6-3-1 Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................ 138
6-3-2 Troubleshooting Procedure ..................................................................................139
6-4 Debug LED Codes ....................................................................................... 141
Regulatory Statements ............................................................................................ 145
Contact Us .............................................................................................................. 151
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Box Contents
5X299 AORUS Gaming 7 motherboard
5Motherboard driver disk
5User's Manual
5Quick Installation Guide
5Four SATA cables
5I/O Shield
5One Wi-Fi antenna
5One Wi-Fi antenna retention cover
5One GC-SLI2P bridge connector
5One G Connector
5One digital LED strip extension cable
5Two RGB (RGBW) LED strip extension cables
5Two Velcro Cable Ties
5Two thermistor cables
5One M.2 screw kit
The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.
The box contents are subject to change without notice.
Optional Items
2-port USB 2.0 bracket (Part No. 12CR1-1UB030-6*R)
eSATA bracket (Part No. 12CF1-3SATPW-4*R)
3.5" Front Panel with 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (Part No. 12CR1-FPX582-2*R)
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X299 AORUS Gaming 7 motherboard
(Note) For debug code information, please refer to Chapter 6.
When using a 44-lane or 28-lane CPU: When using a 16-lane CPU:
DDR4_1_1B
DDR4_3_2B
DDR4_2_1A
DDR4_4_2A
DDR4_4_2C
DDR4_2_1C
DDR4_3_2D
DDR4_1_1D
DDR4_4_2A
DDR4_2_1A
DDR4_3_2B
DDR4_1_1B
KB_MS_USB30
FBIOS_LED
USB31_LAN1
LGA2066
ATX
AUDIO
BAT
SYS_FAN2
Intel® X299
CMOS_SW
THB_C
M_BIOS
B_BIOS
ASMedia®
USB 3.1 Gen 2
Controller
PCIEX16_1
PCIEX8
PCIEX4_1
F_USB30_2
6080
M2P_32G
60
80110
M2M_32G
X299 AORUS Gaming 7
DB_PORT (Note) F_PANELF_USB1
OC
ECO SYS_FAN4
SYS_FAN5_
PUMP
F_USB2 F_USB30_1TPM
LED_IO
CPU_FAN
iTE®
Super I/O
SATA3
7531
6420
TYPEC
R_USB30
Rivet Networks
Killer E2500
LAN
EC_TEMP1
ATX_12V_2X4_1 ATX_12V_2X4_2
LED_C2 CPU_OPT
HPWR_FAN_PUMPSYS_FAN3
F_USB31C
ASMedia®
USB 3.1 Gen 2
Controller
Realtek® USB 3.1
Gen 2 Hub
M2Q_32G
60
80 42
VROC
EC_TEMP2
PW_SW
RST_SWLED_C1
D_LED
F_AUDIO
S/PDIF_O
PCIEX4_2
CODEC
SYS_FAN1
Intel® GbE
LAN
Realtek® USB 3.1
Gen 1 Hub
USB31_LAN2
M2_WIFI
BOOT
VGA
CPU
DRAM
ES9018Q2C
PCIEX16_2
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Hardware Installation
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
1-1 Installation Precautions
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become
damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's
manual and follow these procedures:
Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard.
Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or
warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before
installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make
sure they are connected tightly and securely.
When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic
components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap,
keepyourhandsdryandrsttouchametalobjecttoeliminatestaticelectricity.
Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an
electrostatic shielding container.
Before connecting or unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure
the power supply has been turned off.
Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to
the local voltage standard.
Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware
components are connected.
To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the
motherboard circuit or its components.
Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
within the computer casing.
Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface.
Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature or wet environment.
Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system
components as well as physical harm to the user.
If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
product,pleaseconsultacertiedcomputertechnician.
If you use an adapter, extension power cable, or power strip, ensure to consult with its installation
and/or grounding instructions.
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1-2 ProductSpecications
CPU Support for Intel® Core X series processors in the LGA2066 package
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
L3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset Intel® X299 Express Chipset
Memory 8 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB of system memory (Note 1)
* Support for up to 512 GB of system memory when using Registered DIMMs.
4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB of system memory (Note 2)
4 channel memory architecture (Note 1)
Dual channel memory architecture (Note 2)
Support for DDR4 2667/2400/2133 MHz memory modules
Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM memory modules
Support for Registered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx4/2Rx4 memory modules (operate
in non-ECC mode)
Support for Extreme Memory Prole (XMP) memory modules
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory
modules.)
Audio Realtek® ALC1220 codec
ES9018Q2C chip
Support for Sound BlasterX 720
High Denition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
Support for S/PDIF Out
LAN 1 x Intel® GbE LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)(LAN1)
1 x Rivet Networks Killer E2500 LAN chip (10/100/1000 Mbit) (LAN2)
Wireless
Communication
module
Killer Wireless-AC 1535
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, supporting 2.4/5 GHz Dual-Band
Bluetooth 4.1
Support for 11ac wireless standard and up to 867 Mbps data rate
* Actual data rate may vary depending on environment and equipment.
Expansion Slots 2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x16 (PCIEX16_1, PCIEX16_2)
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8)
2 x PCI Express x16 slots, running at x4 (PCIEX4_1, PCIEX4_2)
(All of the PCI Express slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)
* The PCIEX4_1 slot shares bandwidth with the M2M_32G connector. The PCIEX4_1
slot becomes unavailable when a device is installed in the M2M_32G connector.
* Refer to "1-6 Setting up AMD CrossFire/NVIDIA® SLI Conguration," for the
installation notices for the PCI Express x16 slots.
Multi-Graphics
Technology
Support for NVIDIA® Quad-GPU SLI and 3-Way/2-Way NVIDIA® SLI
technologies (Note 1)
Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire and 3-Way (Note 1)/2-Way AMD CrossFire
technologies
(Note 1) Supported when using a 44-lane or 28-lane CPU.
(Note 2) Supported when using a 16-lane CPU.
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Storage Interface Chipset:
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280 SATA and PCIe x4/
x2 SSD support) (M2P_32G)
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 PCIe x4/x2 SSD
support) (M2M_32G)
- 1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280 SATA and PCIe
x4/x2 SSD support) (M2Q_32G)
- 8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
- Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10
* The M2M_32G connector must work with an Intel® VROC Upgrade Key to support
RAID conguration.
* Refer to "1-10 Internal Connectors," for the installation notices for the M.2 and SATA
connectors.
USB Chipset+2 ASMedia® USB 3.1 Gen 2 Controllers:
- 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 port available through the internal USB header
- 1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.1 Gen 2 support
Chipset+Realtek® USB 3.1 Gen 2 Hub:
- 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel
Chipset+Realtek® USB 3.1 Gen 1 Hub:
- 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports on the back panel
Chipset:
- 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB headers
- 4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers
Internal
Connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
2 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connectors
1 x CPU fan header
1 x water cooling CPU fan header
4 x system fan headers
1 x system fan/water cooling pump header
1 x 3 Amp fan/water cooling pump header
1 x I/O shield audio LED power connector
1 x digital LED strip extension cable header
2 x RGB (RGBW) LED strip extension cable headers
3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors
8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
1 x Intel® VROC Upgrade Key header
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 header
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 headers
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x Thunderbolt add-in card connector
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
1 x power button
1 x reset button
1 x Clear CMOS button
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Internal
Connectors
1 x ECO button
1 x OC button
2 x temperature sensor headers
Back Panel
Connectors
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.1 Gen 2 support
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)
4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports
2 x RJ-45 ports
2 x MMCX antenna connectors (2T2R)
1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
5 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out, Rear Speaker Out, Line In,
Line Out, Mic In)
I/O Controller
iTE® I/O Controller Chip
Hardware
Monitor
Voltage detection
Temperature detection
Fan speed detection
Water cooling ow rate detection
Overheating warning
Fan fail warning
Fan speed control
* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan
(pump) you install.
BIOS 2 x 128 Mbit ash
Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
Support for DualBIOS
Support for Q-Flash Plus
* The USB ash drive used must be a USB 2.0 ash drive.
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique Features Support for APP Center
* Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported
functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specications.
- 3D OSD
- @BIOS
- AutoGreen
- BIOS Setup
- Color Temperature
- Cloud Station
- EasyTune
- Easy RAID
- Fast Boot
- Game Boost
- GIGABYTE HW OC APP
- ON/OFF Charge
- Platform Power Management
- RGB Fusion
- Smart Backup
- Smart Keyboard
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Unique Features - Smart TimeLock
- Smart HUD
- System Information Viewer
- USB Blocker
- USB DAC-UP 2
- V-Tuner
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress Install
Bundled
Software
Norton® Internet Security (OEM version)
Intel® Optane Memory Ready
Operating
System Support for Windows 10 64-bit
Form Factor
ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm
* GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specications and product-related information without
prior notice.
Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2
devices.
Please visit the Support\Utility List page on GIGABYTE's website to download the latest
version of apps.
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1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
CPU to prevent hardware damage.
Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage
of the CPU may occur.
SettheCPUhostfrequencyinaccordancewiththeCPUspecications.Itisnotrecommended
thatthesystembusfrequencybesetbeyondhardwarespecicationssinceitdoesnotmeetthe
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
specications,pleasedosoaccordingtoyourhardwarespecicationsincludingtheCPU,graphics
card, memory, hard drive, etc.
1-3-1 Installing the CPU
A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
Alignment Key
Alignment Key
LGA2066 CPU Socket
Pin One Corner of
the CPU Socket
LGA2066 CPU
Triangle Pin One
Marking on the CPU
Alignment KeyAlignment Key
Notch
Notch
Notch
Notch
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B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.
Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from
the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.
To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the protective plastic cover unless the CPU is
inserted into the CPU socket. Save the cover properly and replace it if the CPU is removed.
Step 1:
Push the lever closest to the "unlock" mark "
" (below referred as lever A) down and away from
the socket to release it.
Step 4:
HoldtheCPUwithyourthumbandindexngers.
Align the CPU pin one mark (triangle) with the
triangle mark on metal socket frame and carefully
insert the CPU into the socket vertically.
Step 6:
Finally, secure lever A under its retention tab to
complete the installation of the CPU. Then carefully
remove the plastic cover. Save it properly and
always replace it when the CPU is not installed.
Step 5:
Once the CPU is properly inserted, carefully
replace the load plate. Then secure lever B under
its retention tab.
Step 3:
Gently press lever A to allow the load plate to
rise. Open the load plate. Note: DO NOT touch
the socket contacts after the load plate is opened.
Step 2:
Push the lever closest to the "lock" mark " "
(below referred as lever B) down and away from
the socket. Then lift the lever.
Lever A Lever B
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Use extreme care when removing the CPU cooler because the thermal grease/tape between the CPU
cooler and CPU may adhere to the CPU. Inadequately removing the CPU cooler may damage the CPU.
1-3-2 Installing the CPU Cooler
Refer to the steps below to correctly install the CPU cooler on the motherboard. (Actual installation process may
differ depending the CPU cooler to be used. Refer to the user's manual for your CPU cooler.)
Step 1:
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on
the surface of the installed CPU.
Step 4:
Finally, attach the power connector of the CPU
cooler to the CPU fan header (CPU_FAN) on the
motherboard.
Step 2:
Place the cooler atop the CPU, aligning the four
mounting screws with the mounting holes on
the ILM.
Step 3:
Use one hand to hold the cooler and the other to
tighten the screws in a diagonal sequence with a
screw driver. Begin tightening a screw with a few
turns and repeat with the screw diagonally opposite
the one you just tightened. Then do the same to
the other pair. Next, fully tighten the four screws.
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DDR4_1_1B
DDR4_2_1A
DDR4_2_1C
DDR4_1_1D
DDR4_4_2C
DDR4_3_2D
DDR4_3_2B
DDR4_4_2A
1-4 Installing the Memory
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same
capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
memory to prevent hardware damage.
Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction.
If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
1-4-1 4Channel/DualChannelMemoryConguration
• When using a 44-lane/28-lane CPU:
This motherboard supports 4 Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically
detectthespecicationsandcapacityofthememory.TheeightDDR4memorysocketsaredividedintofour
channels and each channel has two memory sockets as following:
Channel A: DDR4_2_1A, DDR4_4_2A
Channel B: DDR4_1_1B, DDR4_3_2B
Channel C: DDR4_2_1C, DDR4_4_2C
Channel D: DDR4_1_1D, DDR4_3_2D
Refer to the table below for memory installation according to the number of the memory modules you want to install:
DDR4_1_1B DDR4_3_2B DDR4_2_1A DDR4_4_2A DDR4_4_2C DDR4_2_1C DDR4_3_2D DDR4_1_1D
2 Modules r r r r r a r a
4 Modules a r a r r a r a
6 Modules a r a r a a a a
8 Modules a a a a a a a a
a: Installed, r: Not Installed.
Note1:Wheninstallingthememory,makesuretobeginwiththerstsocketofeachchannel,suchasDDR4_2_1A,
DDR4_1_1B, DDR4_2_1C, or DDR4_1_1D.
Note 2: If you are using a Registered DIMM memory, make sure it is a 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx4/2Rx4 one.
Note 3: To ensure memory compatibility, we do not recommend that you install Registered DIMM and Un-buffered
DIMM memory at the same time.
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• When using a 16-lane CPU:
This motherboard supports Dual Channel Technology. After the memory is installed, the BIOS will automatically
detectthespecicationsandcapacityofthememory.Thefourmemorysocketsaredividedintotwochannels
and each channel has two memory sockets as following:
Channel A: DDR4_2_1A, DDR4_4_2A
Channel B: DDR4_1_1B, DDR4_3_2B
DDR4_2_1A
DDR4_1_1B
DDR4_4_2A
DDR4_3_2B
DualChannelMemoryCongurationsTable
DDR4_4_2A DDR4_2_1A DDR4_3_2B DDR4_1_1B
2 Modules rara
4 Modules aaaa
a: Installed, r: Not Installed.
Due to CPU limitations, read the following guidelines before installing the memory in Dual Channel mode.
1. Dual Channel mode cannot be enabled if only one memory module is installed.
2. When enabling Dual Channel mode with two or four memory modules, it is recommended that memory
of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
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1-4-2 Installing a Memory
Before installing a memory module, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the memory module. DDR4 and DDR3 DIMMs
are not compatible to each other or DDR2 DIMMs. Be sure to install DDR4 DIMMs on this
motherboard.
ADDR4memorymodulehasanotch,soitcanonlytinonedirection.Followthestepsbelowtocorrectlyinstall
your memory modules in the memory sockets.
Step 1:
Note the orientation of the memory module. Spread the retaining clips
at both ends of the memory socket. Place the memory module on the
socket.Asindicatedinthepictureontheleft,placeyourngerson
the top edge of the memory, push down on the memory and insert it
vertically into the memory socket.
Step 2:
The clips at both ends of the socket will snap into place when the
memory module is securely inserted.
Notch
DDR4 DIMM
Hardware Installation
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1-5 Installing an Expansion Card
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:
Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came
with your expansion card.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an
expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
Follow the steps below to correctly install your expansion card in the expansion slot.
1. Locate an expansion slot that supports your card. Remove the metal slot cover from the chassis back panel.
2. Align the card with the slot, and press down on the card until it is fully seated in the slot.
3. Make sure the metal contacts on the card are completely inserted into the slot.
4. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
5. After installing all expansion cards, replace the chassis cover(s).
6. Turn on your computer. If necessary, go to BIOS Setup to make any required BIOS changes for your
expansion card(s).
7. Install the driver provided with the expansion card in your operating system.
Example: Installing and Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card:
PCI Express x16 Slot
Installing a Graphics Card:
Gently push down on the top edge of the card until
it is fully inserted into the PCI Express slot. Make
sure the card is securely seated in the slot and
does not rock.
Removing the Card:
Gently push back on the lever on the slot and then lift the card straight out from
the slot.
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